September 09, (THEWILL) – Three Commissioners in Plateau State have resigned their appointments to contest for the positions of Local Government Chairmen in the State.
The Commissioners are Barrister Zulfa Bitrus, Commissioner for Housing who is vying for the Chairman of Lantang North; Alhaji Dayyabu Garga, Commissioner for Urban Development contesting for the Chairmanship of Kanam LGA; and Kakmena Goteng, Commissioner for Higher Education, seeking to become Chairman of Pankshin LGA.
Briefing newsmen after the State Executive Council Meeting, Commissioner for Information Dan Manjang said the Council held a valedictory session in honour of the three Commissioners who have served the people of the State meritoriously and assisted the Rescue Administration in delivering on its mandate to the people.
He said Governor Lalong appreciated their services and wished them well in their political journey, praying that they emerge victoriously and again deploy their vast experience in serving people at the grassroots.
Manjang said the Governor approved that pending the appointment of new Commissioners, some serving Commissioners will oversee the running of the three ministries.
“Commissioner for Environment Mr Usman Idi will take charge of Urban Development while Commissioner for Secondary Education, Mrs Elizabeth Wapmuk handles affairs at the Higher Education Ministry. The Ministry of Housing will henceforth be supervised by the Commissioner for Special Duties Mr Jerry Werr”, he said.
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